Expressing the disapproval of the House of Representatives regarding the slaughter of dogs and cats for human consumption and encouraging Japan to enact a nationwide ban on such practices.
Sponsored By: Representative Garbarino, Andrew R. [R-NY-2]
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Summary
A nationwide ban in Japan on the slaughter and trade of dogs and cats for human consumption. This resolution would encourage Japan to adopt such a ban and frames the practice as inconsistent with shared U.S. and Japanese values on animal welfare and the human–animal bond.
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- Japan policymakers: It would explicitly encourage Japan to enact a nationwide ban on killing and selling dogs and cats for meat, pointing to bans already in place in nearby countries and major cities.
- U.S.-Japan relationship: It would urge continued bilateral cooperation on animal rights and welfare and affirm shared democratic values and concern for companion and service animals.
- Animal welfare advocates: It would condemn the killing and trafficking of millions of dogs and cats as cruel and commend civil society groups, including the World Dog Alliance, for their advocacy.
- Legal and cultural note: It states the measure is not intended to interfere with religious or cultural practices protected under law.
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Sponsors & CoSponsors
Sponsor
Garbarino, Andrew R. [R-NY-2]
NY • R
Cosponsors
Davis (NC)
NC • D
Sponsored 3/9/2026
Rep. Schweikert, David [R-AZ-1]
AZ • R
Sponsored 3/25/2026
Rep. Joyce, David P. [R-OH-14]
OH • R
Sponsored 4/16/2026
Rep. Frankel, Lois [D-FL-22]
FL • D
Sponsored 4/16/2026
Rep. Valadao, David G. [R-CA-22]
CA • R
Sponsored 5/12/2026
Rep. Hoyle, Val T. [D-OR-4]
OR • D
Sponsored 5/12/2026
Rep. Panetta, Jimmy [D-CA-19]
CA • D
Sponsored 5/12/2026
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